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Excellent

#89 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 5% in state

Spring City Elementary

Elementary School · Rhea County

P O Box 367 AVE, Spring City, TN 37381

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#89 of 1,786

In Spring City

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Rhea County

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Spring City Elementary

8.9/10

Elementary School in Spring City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Spring City Middle School

8.0/10

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7.2/10

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About Spring City Elementary

Spring City Elementary is a public elementary school in Spring City, TN, part of Rhea County. Spring City Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Spring City Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Spring City Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,563
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Spring City Elementary — Students at Spring City Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
46.7%
2025
Math
49.3%
ELA
49.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Spring City Elementary Compares

See how Spring City Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in TN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Location

P O Box 367 AVE, Spring City, TN 37381

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rhea Central Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Dayton), with a comparable rating. Another option is Crab Orchard Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Crab Orchard), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ridge View Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Rockwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Spring City, see our Spring City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Spring City Middle School Spring City 0.8 mi 8.0
Rhea Middle School Evensville 8.6 mi 7.2
Rhea County High School Evensville 8.7 mi 6.3
Meigs North Elementary Decatur 10.1 mi 7.0
Meigs Middle School Decatur 12.5 mi 6.2
Meigs County High School Decatur 12.6 mi 6.6
Pine View Elementary Rockwood 13.5 mi 5.2
Frazier Elementary Dayton 14.9 mi 5.7
Crab Orchard Elementary Crab Orchard 15.4 mi 7.9
Ridge View Elementary Rockwood 14.7 mi 7.8
Rockwood High School Rockwood 15.6 mi 4.3
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 15.6 mi 6.3
Homestead Elementary School Crossville 16.3 mi 5.5
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 16.0 mi 6.8
Rhea Central Elementary Dayton 16.4 mi 8.4
RHEA COUNTY ACADEMY Dayton 16.7 mi 5.8
Dayton City Elementary Dayton 16.8 mi 7.3
Frank P. Brown Elementary Crossville 16.1 mi 5.4
Meigs South Elementary Decatur 18.3 mi 6.6
E K Baker Elementary Athens 17.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,553

Median Home Value

$208,600

Median Rent

$761/mo

Population

10,170

College Educated

14.1%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

48.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring City Elementary

What grades does Spring City Elementary serve?

Spring City Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Spring City Elementary?

Spring City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring City Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring City Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring City Elementary rank in TN?

Spring City Elementary ranks #89 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Spring City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Spring City Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring City Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring City Elementary a charter school?

No, Spring City Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring City Elementary a Title I school?

No, Spring City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Rhea County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Rhea County
District Enrollment
3,920
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,563
District Rank
#1 of 7

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